Timken 520100 Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly - Front

Timken 520100 Front Hub Assembly

Timken 520100 is a front wheel bearing and hub assembly built for OE-style fit and consistent wheel-speed performance. It is a direct replacement for select Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Continental front applications from the early 1990s.

Key Features

• OE-developed testing helps control design, materials, and manufacturing process
• Low runout helps reduce noise and vibration and supports stable braking feel
• Premium seals use reinforced construction and contamination control features to improve sealing life
• Precision-profile bearings with uniform internal geometry support load capacity and bearing life
• ABS sensor is 100% tested to monitor wheel speed for anti-lock braking systems
• Compatible with front applications for 1991-1995 Ford Taurus, 1991-1995 Mercury Sable, and 1991-1994 Lincoln Continental

Detailed Description

This Timken wheel bearing and hub assembly is engineered for front-end service where smooth rotation, accurate wheel-speed signal output, and dependable sealing matter. The Timken 520100 uses premium bearing surfaces and refined internal geometry to help maintain consistent operation under daily driving loads. It is a practical replacement choice for drivers searching for a front wheel bearing and hub assembly for 1991-1995 Ford Taurus, front; 1991-1995 Mercury Sable, front; or 1991-1994 Lincoln Continental, front. The part number 520100 is also a useful reference when verifying the correct hub assembly for these vehicles.

What It Helps Address

• Wheel bearing noise from worn front hub components
• Steering or braking vibration related to hub runout
• ABS warning concerns caused by wheel-speed signal issues
• Seal wear that allows contamination into the bearing area
• Reduced bearing life from uneven internal loading

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front position before ordering. Compare the existing hub assembly and ABS sensor configuration to the replacement part, and inspect the knuckle, axle interface, and mounting surfaces for wear or damage during service. Proper torque and clean mating surfaces help support correct hub operation after installation. Part number 520100 should be matched to the vehicle application listed above.

Quality Assurance

Timken manufactures this hub assembly using OE-developed test procedures to help control design and production consistency. The brand’s bearing construction, seal design, and tested ABS sensor support reliable front-wheel service on select Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Continental applications.